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Band 6+: Write a letter to your neighbor, requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter: - Your reason for writing - What you would like to happen - A nice, respectful style

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Dear Mr. Johnson,

I am Rabaf Nasser, your next door neighbour. I live in appartmen A. I am writing this letter to complain about the nonstop barking of your puppy!

for the past couple of weeks, I have noticed that you adopted a little dog. Apparently, It is too young and needs proper care.

I suggest to take the vet’s advice about a suitable diet for such breed and age

your dog is. A well-fed dog will bark less especially at night.

I do not want to invade your privacy, and lecture you about taking care of a pet. Yet, it is pretty much disturbing.

I need to wake up early and catch the metro to go to work. I am a dog person myself and I would love to walk your precious dog when I had the time for it.

Your immediate action at the earliest convenient time is highly appreciated.

Kind regards,

Rahaf

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Overall Band Score

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
Consider using more varied and advanced words.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

about: 3

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Task Response

The letter addresses the task requirements by stating the reason for writing, suggesting solutions, and maintaining a respectful tone. However, there are some areas for improvement. The letter could benefit from a clearer and more structured organization of ideas. For example, grouping the reasons for the disturbance together and then clearly stating the desired actions. Also, while the tone is generally respectful, refining the language to be more polite and less direct in the suggestions could enhance the overall impact. For example, instead of "I suggest to take the vet's advice," consider "Perhaps consulting with a vet about a suitable diet might be helpful." Pay attention to grammar and vocabulary to avoid errors.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is generally coherent, but the organization could be improved. Consider grouping related ideas together more explicitly. For example, the suggestions about the dog's diet could be placed closer to the initial mention of the dog's age and care needs. Also, ensure a smoother flow between sentences within each paragraph.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate for the task, but there's room for improvement in using more precise and varied language. For instance, instead of 'nonstop barking,' you could use 'incessant barking.' Also, try to avoid overly informal language to maintain a respectful tone. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

There are several grammatical errors that affect clarity. Pay close attention to subject-verb agreement, correct article usage (e.g., 'apartment A' should be 'apartment A'), and proper sentence structure. Proofread carefully to catch these errors.

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